Nelta
Nelta is a girl baby name. Ranked #28,822 in the US, popular nicknames include Nel, Ney, and Nelie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
Nelta is a girl name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records.
Parents who love the name Nelta often also consider Harold, Florice, Marielouise .
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Historical Record
Nelta first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 55 babies have been named Nelta in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Nelta is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #28,822 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #28,822
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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About the Name Nelta
Nelta is a girl name .
Nelta is currently ranked #28,822 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Nelta include Nel, Ney, and Nelie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis